Residential Counselor - Brain Injury Services

Eliot Community Human Services; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Wellness & Family Support

Financial Security

Professional Growth

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services in Massachusetts seeks a Residential Counselor to support adults with brain injuries within a structured group home. You will help residents build personal skills, manage daily activities, and engage in community life.

The role focuses on restorative activities, communication, and behavior support, with duties including medication assistance and coordination with care teams. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience with adults who are intellectually disabled or brain injured preferred.
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and be able to operate a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations of a group home.
• Support residents in engaging with community resources and social activities.
• Provide personal care and meal preparation.
• Administer medications as needed.
• Transport residents to day programs, appointments, and activities.

Skills

Van driving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a Residential Counselor to join our Brain Injury division. Our Brain Injury programs provide high-quality, innovative programming to help adults with brain injuries enhance their lives, develop personal skills, and engage in community activities while building supportive relationships.

As a Residential Counselor, you will offer an array of restorative skill building activities and support to rebuild communication proficiency, social & behavioral skills, self help abilities, and management of daily life activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day to day operations of a group home for individuals
• Assist individuals in being fully integrated in their communities by supporting them in the use of community resources, encouraging them in establishing memberships within their communities, and reducing stigma within the community through education.
• Provide personal care, meal preparation and skills education.
• Administer medications as needed.
• Transport individuals to day programs, appointments, and activities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma
• Experience working with intellectually disabled or brain injured adults.
• Ability to drive residence van
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and maintain a personally owned vehicle

Schedules:

• Sunday-Thursday, 3pm-11pm (40 hours)
• Friday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm, Sunday 9am-3pm (28 hours)

Hourly Rate: $20 USD - $20 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.